Maha Shivaratri Celebration 2025 – VHP Guyana

Posted on 8 May at 7:31 am

Maha Shivaratri Celebration 2025 – VHP Guyana

Date: February 26, 2025
Organized by: Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) Guyana

VHP Guyana proudly hosted Maha Shivaratri celebrations across the country, uniting devotees in profound spiritual observance and devotion to Lord Shiva. The event, held in numerous mandirs, was a heartfelt expression of faith, renewal, and transformation.

Celebration Locations

The festivities took place across several regions, including:

Berbice
East Coast Demerara (ECD)
Georgetown
East Bank Demerara (EBD)
West Coast Demerara (WCD)
Bartica
Essequibo

Key Spiritual Activities

Japa (Chanting): Devotees collectively chanted “Om Namah Shivaya,” fostering deep spiritual connection.
Jalabhishek: Sacred water offerings to the Shiva Lingam accompanied by prayers and bhajans.
Offering of Rudraksha Beads: 1,008 Rudraksha Malas and 501 individual beads were distributed across 60 mandirs, strengthening the spiritual bond of devotees.

Expanding Participation

Total Participants: 1,435 devotees
Total Om Namah Shivaya Chants: 342,180

Expressions of Gratitude

The celebration deeply moved many attendees, including Lakshmi Narayan Mandir President Ram Dutt Ji, who expressed heartfelt appreciation for receiving his first Rudraksha Mala. Devotees from Edward Mandir also shared their gratitude, recognizing the event’s immense spiritual significance.